Maruti Ertiga 2018 engine and transmission: The second-gen Ertiga will be powered by a brand new 1.5-litre petrol engine that’s more powerful than the current 1.4-litre motor. The engine puts out 104.7PS of max power and 138Nm of peak torque. The diesel, on the other hand, is rumoured to be Maruti’s in-house-developed 1.5-litre unit mated to a new 6-speed manual transmission.

Maruti Ertiga 2018 features: The India-spec second-gen Ertiga is expected to get LED projector headlamps with daytime running LEDs, LED tail lamps, 16-inch wheels, 7-inch infotainment system with Android Auto and CarPlay, push-button start-stop and auto climate control. Safety features will include dual front airbags, ABS with EBD and Isofix child seat anchors.

Maruti Ertiga 2018 price and rivals: The second-gen Ertiga is expected to be priced at a premium over the first-gen model, in the range of Rs 6.5 lakh - 11 lakh. The current model retails between Rs 6.3 lakh - 10.69 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). The new Ertiga will go up against the Renault Lodgy,Honda BR-V and the upcomingMahindra Marazzo. For information on the first-gen Ertiga, click here.

Stand Out Features

LED projector headlamps, LED tail lamps etc. up the style quotient of the new Ertiga

CarDekho Verdict

This is the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga’s first major update since its debut in India back in 2012. The new Ertiga has ditched its subtle, understated looks for a more aggressive one. In fact, with lots of cuts, crease and muscular bulges, the 2018 Ertiga looks more like an SUV now than an MPV.

Inspired by the Toyota Innova Crysta, Maruti Suzuki has decided to go all-out with sharper looks, spacious cabin and contemporary features like LED projector headlamps and LED tail lamps.

"If you are looking for a complete family car, the 2018 Maruti Suzuki Ertiga should suffice your needs."

It will also give you the peace of mind that comes with owning a Maruti, thanks to its wide and affordable service network.

We expect the prices of the 2018 Maruti Ertiga to command a premium of Rs 30,000 - Rs 40,000 over the current prices of the Ertiga (Rs 6.58 - 10.75 lakh, ex-showroom Delhi) when it is launched in India sometime around August 2018.